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Fans of John Lyons' lively and appealing style will not be disappointed in this brand new collection of poems for younger readers aged 7-11. A breath of Caribbean fresh air, these poems are humorous, beautifully crafted, and perfectly pitched to their audience, though readers of any age will enjoy his painterly use of language. Lyons conjures up vivid images, situations and emotions which appeal both for their universality and their newness, as he examines and comments upon the world around him with wit and empathy.A staple of the schools poetry anthology, John Lyon's poems never fail to stand out for their originality and exuberance.

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"Enjoyable, affectionate poems that travel back to the vivid colors and sounds of his childhood in the Caribbean." "The Poetry Archive""

Dancing in the Rain: Poems for Young People

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    Publisher: Peepal Tree Press Ltd
    Publication Date: 13/10/2015
    ISBN13: 9781845233013, 978-1845233013
    ISBN10: 1845233018

    Description

    Book Synopsis
    Fans of John Lyons' lively and appealing style will not be disappointed in this brand new collection of poems for younger readers aged 7-11. A breath of Caribbean fresh air, these poems are humorous, beautifully crafted, and perfectly pitched to their audience, though readers of any age will enjoy his painterly use of language. Lyons conjures up vivid images, situations and emotions which appeal both for their universality and their newness, as he examines and comments upon the world around him with wit and empathy.A staple of the schools poetry anthology, John Lyon's poems never fail to stand out for their originality and exuberance.

    Trade Review
    "Enjoyable, affectionate poems that travel back to the vivid colors and sounds of his childhood in the Caribbean." "The Poetry Archive""

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